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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 07:07
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Question QA Application

Hi guys.

I asume the only way to apply is the QA Careers Webpage. Am I right?
I'd like to know if there is any other option, because I'd liek to try it. I just want to be sure my application and my files are at least viewed by somewone in recruitment team.
Another question: are there any restrictions for format of uploaded files? Are .pdf files ok? Because I saw on another thread someone writing that .pdf files are not searchable by many of the recruiters software, and unfortunately my entire portofolio is in .pdf format.

Thanks in advance!
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 08:14
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Heard they got 2000applications for FO, and they need more people to accelerate the process. Also heard that the cancell some flights on the320 because they don't have enough crew. When I was there they were interviewing around 8 pilots per day. 5 days a week.
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 10:54
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qatar are struggling to find fligh deck crew. yet they take a long time to get back when you fill out the online application !
5 days on and still nothing .. kinda getting the feeling that i wont get to do the interview after all !
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 11:05
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Guys, please do not assume that Qatar Airways gets back to people withing the same time frame. There are lots of factors, i.e. your own qualifications, dates of the interview, i.e. if there's an interview around the corner etc. There are FOs that got called for Interviews after 3 days, there are Second Officers who are finally joining after 1 1/2 years of waiting.

iranair, you've waited 5 days and you're getting impatient!? what is 5 days and what is 1 year. All you can do is give in your application and then get on with things.

Don't assume that you're going to have the same experience as other applicants.
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 11:11
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i highly appreciate your point, but my experience is more than enough for the First officer position. I had been told before that Qatar Airways are very sluggish when it comes to giving out interview dates !
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 11:59
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iranair

You do realize that the airline is interviewing 8 to 12 candidates 5 times per week and this is set up months in advance, tickets, visas, hotel accommodations and the like, not to mention that we must have the man power to conduct the interviews such as sim time and don't forget the immigration regulations that might restrict the airline and another company's in Qatar based on nationality and numbers. how do you expect to receive a call for a interview date and skip the rest of the administration details that apply. Take a deep breath mate there are allot of very experienced F/O's and Capts in the queue ahead of you.
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 12:03
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Very direct and somewhat aggressive reply mate, I'm not kid, i do understand all the complications involved, the point i made was based on other peoples experiences
But thanks
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 13:09
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but my experience is more than enough for the First officer position
I have lots of friends with lots of hours who applied and never heard back.

Chill out, relax and get on with life looking for a job.

As for wide body. What you get offered at the interview or even when you arrive may not be what you actually end up flying. They can do what they want here and if you don't like it, live with it or leave. Simple as that.

I am on the 320 fleet and I am very happy. Rosters are crazy but I have 2 choices, get on with it or leave. I am happy to stay at the moment as its a secure job as long as you dont f@ck up. Has lots of prospects too. Time to command is about 3-5 years and where else could you possibly in time get the chance to fly 319 320 321 330 340 350 380 787 777, oh and the freighter 300's !!!!!

Those that whine on here are those that like to find something to moan about. They are a very minority and in general most guys and girls are ok with things although the worst thing here is the rostering. Its mad because of short of crews I think.

Money is paid on time evrytime, accomodation is provided and aircraft are well maintained. So far, I have never ever felt pressured into doing something I should not be doing and I am very happy.

You work hard, but you tell me where there is a better job, and if anyone says Emirates, well maybe if your already not in the dessert, but if your already here, the sand and the camels all look the same.

The 320 fleet, its the future LOL
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 13:33
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Black Pudding,

" I am happy to stay at the moment as its a secure job as long as you dont f@ck up."

Can you please elaborate on this
What is considered to "f@ck up" in QR exactly?
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 13:36
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Smile

exactly like any up at any other airline. Its simple, do your job, don't be an idiot and dont do anything you shouldn't.

I go to work, do my job and make sure I return home safely with my license in hand. Its that easy.

And make sure you wear your hat, its his train set, do as he wants and smile and when you're on days off, drink beer and forget about it all :-)
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 15:07
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Iranair, QR seem far too inefficient for you work style. Perhaps finding work in the EU would be a better option for you?
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 15:46
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hahaha , well they seem like a good airline .. i've flown with them a few times and they seem to be doing a good job. I was just wondering about the time it takes for them to offer you an interview date !!
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 17:00
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Accomodation on joining

Hi there i would like to know if qr provides temporary accomodation on joining date or it will be directly the final accomodation? Thanks!!
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 20:35
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Accomodation

I understood they send you to your final accomodation...
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 21:13
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I believe as a SO though they initially put you in an accomodation with a partner, I doubt that's the final accomodation you're set in though.

I could be wrong..
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Old 22nd Sep 2011, 21:55
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Tattoos

Good evening, i am new on this forum. I am thinking about applying as fo for qr. But i have a question regarding medical check on joining if successful. So, i have some tatoos (4) in the small on my back and one on each shoulder so not in sight when dressed. Should i abondon right now the idea of joining qr?
Sorry for this stupid question
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Old 23rd Sep 2011, 02:00
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As long as it doesnt show with your uniform why would that be a problem?
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Old 23rd Sep 2011, 02:28
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Tatoos

I dont know the standards there about that......whatever thanks for the reply.
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Old 23rd Sep 2011, 03:02
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Hi, does anybody know what to expect if I have an offer to join qatar on A320 fleet as pic and I 'm type rated on A320.?

Tks

Toby.
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Old 23rd Sep 2011, 06:53
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Toby - if you are typed on A320 and joining as DEC then 95% certain you will be on A320.

Caras - if your tattoo's are not visible when dressed then no problem.

Jonbj - they will put you in final accommodation. Unless if you are an SO then you will share a 2 - 3 bedroom apartment with another SO till your final line check. Exemption is if you are an married SO then you will get a 2 bedroom apartment followed by a 3 bedroom after your final line check.
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